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LJ58 MWK

2008 BMW 120

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

134,762 mi
Last recorded134,762 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 BMW 12078,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 MWK
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 134,762 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 134,760 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides rear corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 122,279 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 109,158 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front registration plate damage

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake flexi hose cracked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

one out of two registration plate lights work

tpms light indicates possible puncture in tyre

Fail 18 Dec 2018 109,158 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front registration plate damage

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake flexi hose cracked

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light indicates possible puncture in tyre

Pass 27 Nov 2017 97,571 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 87,993 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 85,749 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 71,494 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 52,563 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 52,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2012 40,038 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Nov 2011 25,314 miles

wear front discs

wear outer edge o/s front tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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LJ58 MWK is a 2008 BMW 120 in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 78,736 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ58 MWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ58 MWK is a 2008 BMW 120, first registered on 9 November 2008.

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